What’s Happening at East Liberty Presbyterian Church,
the “Cathedral of Hope”
February 7, 2012
Sisters and brothers, let us lift our hearts in faith to the One who hears all prayers.
Spotlight
Music February continues with Essence of Joy, Feb 12
Essence of Joy from the Pennsylvania State University  will return to ELPC as our guests in worship on Sunday, Feb 12. Essence of Joy, conducted by Dr. Tony Leach, was organized in 1991 to perform sacred and secular music from the African/African-American traditions. Invite a friend to join you for worship to hear these talented young singers as they lead us in worship.
Worship services, Sunday February 12
With Celebration of the Lord’s Supper
Christian Education, Sunday February 12
Check out our Christian Education webpage for complete course descriptions and notes on this week’s classes.
- Contemporaries, “Who made God?,” examining deeper truths at the heart of the mystery of our faith, with special guest facilitator Rev. Heather Schoenewolf. Second floor parlor.
- Journey with Scripture, 2 Kings 5:1-14; Ps. 30; I Cor. 9:24–27; Mark 1:40–45. Second floor library.
- Parenting Circle, We continue our two winter texts, The Five Love Languages of Children and The Five Love Languages of Teenagers. Teen Book: Chapter 4, “Physical Touch.” Child Book: Chapter 2, “Physical Touch.” First floor, Harambe Room.
- Seekers: “Troubling Texts,” examining Jude and the topic of fallen angels and God’s wrathful condemnation. Special guest facilitator Rev. Randy Bush. Room 234.
- Soul Food: We continue our text Spiritual Classics: Phoebe Palmer: “Is There Not a Shorter Way?,” pp. 99-106, with Joe Hajdu.
- Clase de Escuela Dominical en Español, con Joaquin Anabe Lopez. Room 217.
Worship and prayer opportunities during the week
 Taizé prayer service: Every Wednesday, 7:00 pm in the Chapel, followed by a time of hospitality. Everyone is welcome to stay after the service this Wednesday February 8, for Music on the Labyrinth.- Labyrinth prayer walk on Mondays and Wednesdays.
- Centering Prayer: Every Tuesday, 7:00.
News and events
 Save the Date, Love and All That Jazz, February 18
Mark your calendars for February 18 at 7:30pm for “Love and All That Jazz,” featuring Blues/R&B singer-songwriter, Kelley Hunt, Hope Academy’s HAT Co band, with special guest Randy Bush sitting in on keys, will open for Kelley Hunt. Read more
 Presbyterian Women Bible Study, February 7
The PW Bible Study group meets on the first Tuesday of the month from September 2011 through May 2012 (including November). We begin at 10:00 am, in the second floor parlor. (Attendance at every session is not required.) A potluck lunch follows; please bring a salad or snack to share. Beverages are provided. Call Mary Alice Lightle for more information, (412) 682-1504. Read more
 Annual Congregational Meeting, February 19
ELPC members, please mark your calendars and plan to attend our annual church congregational meeting after the 11:00 service on Sunday, February 19. A simple lunch will be provided, followed by an opportunity to review our ministry areas and committee work from the past year. In addition, the gathered body will be presented with a slate of candidates for Elder, Deacon, Centennial Fund, and Nominating Committee, which they also will be asked to consider and vote upon.
 More happenings at East Liberty Presbyterian Church
To find out all about what’s going on at ELPC this week, see this week’s announcements.
In our community
 East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Food Pantry
The EECM Food Pantry provides food for individuals and families facing hunger in Pittsburgh. February’s “Food of the Month” is Tuna.
East End Cooperative Ministry (EECM) Men’s Shelter
During the month of February, the Deacons continue to collect men’s hats, gloves, scarves, and underwear (sizes L, XL, and XXL) for EECM’s Men’s Shelter. Donations may be left in the hallway baskets. Thank you for your support! |
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